Spider-Man wows Glasgow crowds with stunts during blockbuster filming
Crowds flocked to the sealed-off ends of the street in every direction to try and catch a glimpse of the web-slinging hero, played by Tom Holland.
They weren't disappointed as today's filming saw Spider-Man swinging from side to side on the street, dangling precariously from a metal structure mounted on a lorry.
Spider-Man wows Glasgow crowds with stunt during blockbuster filming (Image: Stacy Duncan)
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The highly anticipated upcoming movie titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day will see Tom Holland return to his iconic role, with Destin Daniel Cretton directing.
It picks up after the dramatic conclusion of No Way Home, where Peter Parker sacrificed his identity to save those he loves.
And the masked hero is clearly continuing to put his life on the line in the next instalment of the franchise, as he can be seen hanging in the air for the stunt.
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Another high-speed stunt on the street saw the web-slinger straddling the top of a moving car.
Spidey appeared to be firing webs towards the camera and battling an unseen enemy on Bothwell Street.
Lucky fans filming the scene even got a wave from the masked man as he breathed a sigh of relief as the car came to a halt.
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The stunts come just a day after filming was suspended due to severe weather conditions brought by Storm Floris to the city.
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